Transfer Pricing Documentation Support — UAE-focused, practical, audit-ready
We prepare clear, contemporaneous transfer pricing documentation tailored to UAE rules and your business operations. Our service helps multinational and related-party UAE entities meet documentation expectations, reduce compliance risk, and respond efficiently to tax authority queries.
Overview
AL SAHRAA provides practical transfer pricing documentation support that aligns with UAE corporate tax principles and international guidance. We focus on producing concise, business-focused files that explain functions, assets and risks and support your intercompany pricing policies. Our team conducts a targeted functional analysis and market benchmarking to justify arm’s-length prices. We combine quantitative benchmarking with qualitative explanations of your supply chain, contractual terms and economic rationale so documentation is defensible and easy to review. We streamline data collection and draft master/local files or simplified documentation depending on your profile, ensuring contemporaneous records and clear cross-references to financial statements. Where needed, we prepare intercompany agreements and transfer pricing policies consistent with operational practice. We also provide practical support during audits and enquiries—clarifying documentation, supplying summary notes and coordinating responses with your advisors. Services are tailored for entities in Dubai, Ajman and across the UAE of all sizes.
What to prepare
- Corporate registration and tax registration documents
- Recent financial statements (2–3 years where available)
- Intercompany agreements and related contracts
- Invoices and transaction schedules for related-party dealings
- Organisational chart and description of business activities
- Existing transfer pricing policies and prior documentation
- Cost allocation and pricing calculation worksheets
How the process works
- Initial scoping and risk assessment of related-party transactions
- Data request and collection of financials, contracts and business facts
- Functional analysis and selection of transfer pricing method
- Comparable benchmarking and preparation of documentation
- Internal review, finalisation and handover of audit-ready files
- Assistance during tax authority enquiries or audits
Why clients choose AL SAHRAA
- Admin-reviewed quotations before you proceed.
- Document coordination and progress tracking in one portal.
- Support for business, compliance, visa, insurance, and IT-related requests.
- Clear request history, updates, and delivery follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
What is transfer pricing documentation and why do I need it in the UAE?
Transfer pricing documentation explains how prices for related-party transactions are set and demonstrates they are consistent with market terms. It helps meet UAE compliance expectations and supports positions during tax reviews.
Which entities should prepare transfer pricing documentation?
Entities engaged in significant related-party transactions, cross-border services, financing, intangibles or supply chains should assess documentation needs. Requirements depend on transaction profile and UAE tax rules; we help determine the appropriate scope.
How long does preparing documentation usually take?
Timing depends on complexity and data availability. Simple documentation can be prepared in a few weeks; complex benchmarking or multiple entities may take longer. We provide a timeline after the initial scoping.
Can you support us during a tax audit or enquiry?
Yes. We summarise documentation, prepare concise rebuttals or explanations, and coordinate responses with your tax advisors to address queries efficiently.
How do you select comparable companies for benchmarking?
We use a combination of industry-relevant public databases and economic reasoning to identify comparables, applying filters for geography, size and functional profile to produce defensible benchmarks.
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